The FC-1 has remarkable maneuverability capabilities in high subsonic regions at middle to low altitude. Its long range, large radius of action (ROA) and long endurance, combined with its short required takeoff and landing distance and excellent weapon carriage capability, are a number of its featured characteristics. It can carry state-of-the-art BVR fire-and-forget missiles and various advanced air-to-surface precision-guided weapons. Its integrative combat effectiveness makes it among the most advanced third generation fighters in the world.
FC-1 aircraft has single-seat and two-seat varieties.
Active JF-17 squadrons have been established in PAF and co-production lines have been set up in Pakistan. FC-1 has become the major operational fighter of PAF and is honored as the “Pride of Pakistan”.
Features The FC-1 aircraft has the typical characteristics of a third generation fighter with its aerodynamic layout. Its large edge moderate trapezoid wing aspect ratio improves the lift to drag ratio of the aircraft, while its advanced clam shell across both sides improves the complete pressure recovery coefficient and enhances the aircraft’s entire thrust and performance. The entire machine has a total of seven plug-in points and has adopted a multiple plug-in system including the ability to re-plug. The FC-1s entire structure airframe landing gear, an overall circular arc windshield and bubble type canopy. It is also equipped with a “zero-zero" ejection lifesaving seat.
Its digital flight control system provides remarkable stability and excellent flying quality. Integrated advanced avionics and weaponry systems contribute to the excellent operational effectiveness of the aircraft. The mechanical electrical system including the fuel, hydraulic, environmental controls and power supply combine for a further increase of its economy.
The FC-1 Multi-purpose Light Fighter has remarkable maneuverability in high subsonic region at a medium to low altitude, a long range, short take-off and landing distance, excellent external storage carriage and air-to-air refueling capabilities. With sophisticated avionics and a weaponry system, it is capable of BVR air-to-air combat and air-to-ground attack with its various precision-guided weapons.
Performance | Length | 14.26m |
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| Height | 4.709m |
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| Wing Span | 8.5m |
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| Normal Take-off Weight | 9100kg |
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| Maximum operating mach | 1.6 |
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| Maximum IAS | 1300km/h |
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| Required Take-off Run | 610m |
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| Required Landing Run | 823m |
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| Maximum Weapon carrying capacity | 3600kg |
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FC-1 Tandem Fighter Trainer The FC-1 Tandem Fighter Trainer has all-weather operational capabilities equivalent to that of the FC-1 Multi-role Light Fighter. It can carry BVR air-to-air missiles, short-range air-to-air missiles for air combat, air-to-surface missiles, air-to-ship missiles, precision-guided bombs and conventional bombs for air-to-surface and air-to-sea attack. It can also be used for instructional training on basic flight skills and flight tactics.
| Length | 14.264m |
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| Height | 4.598m |
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| Wing Span | 9.465m |
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